Culturette safety sleeve
US5425915A · kind A · utility
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2Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 23, 1993 |
| Grant date | Jun 20, 1995 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 23, 2013 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S436/81
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention includes a sleeve for use with a device for collecting and transporting biological specimens. The sleeve comprises a tubular member for containing the bottom portion of the collection device and a lever so as to exert pressure to the collection device so as to break the ampoule, The sleeve provides an environment to maintain the substantial viability of a specimen during transport in a collection device.
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